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Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)

by D. N. Shukla | 1960 | 196,891 words | ISBN-10: 8121506115 | ISBN-13: 9788121506113

Hinduism Vastushastra

This book deals with Vastu-Shastra (Indian architecture), the first part: Fundamental Canons (Literature). It discusses basic concepts such as the philosophy, cosmology, metaphysics, astronomy, astrology, geography, geology and history of Hindu Architecture. The definition of the Architect and his theoretical/practical experience are also mentioned...

Volume 4 - Palace Architecture

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Introductory
Chapter 1 - Palace-Architecture
Chapter 2a - Accessory Structures: Sabh膩 (pillared hall architecture)
Chapter 2b - Accessory Structures: A艣va-艣膩l膩 (royal stable)
Chapter 2c - Accessory Structures: Gaja-艣膩l膩 (stables for elephants)
Chapter 3a - Yantras (mechanical contrivances): Introduction
Chapter 3b - Yantra and its Elements (Yantra-b墨jas)
Chapter 3e - Dh膩r膩g峁沨a and Dol膩g峁沨a (or Rathadol膩)
Chapter 3d - The varieties of Yantras (mechanical devices)
Chapter 3c - The Qualities of a Yantra and its Functions
Chapter 3f - The Aeroplane (Vim膩na-yantra)
Chapter 3g - Conclusion (the science of machines in India)
Chapter 4 - State or Public Buildings (The cognate structures)
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